Short-term rentals — Highlands East, Ontario

Can I run an Airbnb here? Do I need a licence?

In the Municipality of Highlands East, Ontario, short-term rentals rules are set by Short-Term Rental Licensing By-law 2024-32, verified 2026-09-21. A licence is required.

Short-Term Rental Licensing By-law 2024-32 adopted bylaw
licence required yes s. 2.1(a)
scout note

Requires a municipal licence to rent a dwelling for under 28 days; excludes B&Bs, resorts, campgrounds and long-term rentals. Owners only may licence (tenants cannot). Bars secondary/accessory units in waterfront, resource-recreational and urban residential zones. Fee set under the Fees and Charges By-law; in force October 1, 2024.

Machine-readable: short-term-rentals.json · Official website: http://www.highlandseast.ca/ · Last verified 2026-09-21 · Short-term rentals across Ontario · Short-term rentals in other municipalities